Addicks in bidding race for Stead

Charlton are in a bidding rate with Sunderland for Blackburn's England under-21 international Jon Stead. Rovers have already agreed a fee with Sunderland for the striker, but the Addicks are still in the frame. Stead is still away on holiday in the moment and will not make a decision until he is back, so there will be no definite news until later this week.

Addicks urged to bid for Ambrose

The agent of Newcastle youngster Darren Ambrose has urged Charlton to come in with a bid for the player. The 21-year old midfielder, who formerly played for Ipswich, impressed recently at the Toulon Under-20s tournament. He has been disappointed by the lack of first team action at St James' Park and is said to be interested in joining the Addicks.